The Iran War and Angry Voters
Economic pain is pushing many Europeans to the nationalist right. Local elections in Britain should give clues about how many.
Month: May 2026
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit
LOS ANGELES: Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have settled a lawsuit brought by Lively over the filming of the 2024 romantic drama ‘It Ends With Us’, both sides said Monday, averting a civil trial scheduled for this month. The settlement, announced in a joint statement that did not disclose terms, ends more than a year … Read more
Jack Bass, Dean of South Carolina Political Journalism, Dies at 91
[In articles and books, he wrote about the rapid racial, political and economic changes that transformed his state — and the South as a whole.
Armed forces vow ‘stronger response’ to any hostile design as Pakistan marks first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq
Reiterate commitment to defend Pakistan, say Marka-i-Haq has renewed national pride and strengthened resolve Pakistan’s armed forces on Wednesday reaffirmed their commitment to defending the country, warning that any hostile design would be met with greater strength, precision, and resolve, as the nation marked the first anniversary of Marka-e-Haq. The term “Marka-e-Haq” refers to the … Read more
Howard Lutnick Grilled by Lawmakers Over Epstein Ties
[The commerce secretary appeared for hours in a closed-door session on Wednesday with the House Oversight Committee
Kendall Myers, American Spy for Cuba, Dies at 88
While working for the State Department, he delivered top secret information to his Cuban handlers for 30 years. He was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Attack on French Cargo Ship Highlights Continued Risks in Strait of Hormuz
[U.S. Central Command and the ship’s owner disagreed on whether the vessel coordinated safe passage with the United States military.
Should You Worry About Hantavirus?
Here’s what to know about the virus, how it spreads and the risk to the general public.
Victoria Beckham opens up about building her empire and addresses ongoing Beckham family drama
Appearing on Emma Grede’s podcast, the former Spice Girls star Victoria Beckham opened up about the idea that “Brand Beckham” was never intentional, but something that evolved naturally over time. Reflecting on her early years with David Beckham, she noted that both were already established public figures when they met. On the podcast, Victoria Beckham … Read more
US forces disable Iranian-flagged unladen oil tanker amid blockade: CENTCOM
Vessel M/T Hasna is seen transiting international waters en route to an Iranian port in the Gulf of Oman, says CENTCOM United States military forces operating in the Gulf of Oman disabled an Iranian-flagged oil tanker on Wednesday after it allegedly failed to comply with warnings related to an ongoing US maritime blockade, Central Command … Read more